Island Alpine Guides AST1

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info · Mar 3, 2024 · Jasper

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Snowpack

Depth
220
Obs Type
point
Site Aspect
NW
Test Fracture
sudden
Site Elevation
1500
Ski Penetration
35
Test Initiation
moderate
Foot Penetration
55
Test Failure Depth
90
Site Elevation Band
tln
Surface Conditions
newSnow
Whumpfing Observed
1
Test Failure Layer Crystal Types
facets

Compression Test moderate 19, sudden planar, down 90cm on fist resistance facets size 3-4mm between knife crusts. Propagation Saw Test 55/100 to end on same facet layer. Above upper crust 65cm of storm snow increasing density with depth from fist at top to 4f at upper crust.